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Gopher Gang
The Gopher Gang, Owney Madden back row, middle, leaning forward, circa 1910
Foundedc. 1890
Founded byMarty Brennan
Stumpy Malarkey
Newburg Gallegher
Founding locationHell's Kitchen, New York City
Years active1890s–1910s
TerritoryManhattan
EthnicityIrish-American
Membership (est.)500 (est.)
Criminal activitiesBurglary, armed robbery, street muggings, assault, prostitution and illegal gambling.
AlliesLady Gophers
Parlor Mob
Gorillas
Rhodes Gang
RivalsHudson Dusters

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